DISCover New Music

JUSTIN YOUNG

• Justin Young Live! from Chene Park Amphitheatre (DVD)

(Justntime Records)

Lights! Five cameras! Action! Relive one of the hottest jazz shows at Chene Park Amphitheatre in Detroit with Justin Young and his band. Experience what really went on in extended pre-show footage, a behind-the-scenes look at Justin working with GRAMMY nominee Dave Rideau, Darren Rahn, Noel Hall and Jim Young. Features never-before-seen intimate footage of Justin and his band rehearsing. Includes the Top 20 Billboard Jazz smash hit “Always There.” AvAilAble At: www.justinyoungsax.com Website: www.justinyoungsax.com

JAZMIN GHENT

• The Story of Jaz

(Jazzy Ghent Music)

The Story of Jaz, featuring collaborations with Jeff Lorber, Philippe Saisse, James Lloyd and Kim Scott, expresses Jazmin Ghent’s journey in life, love and music thus far. The project, which was produced by Euge Groove and Ron Jenkins, cultivates and encompasses a wide variety of musical palettes. Be a part of the journey and get your copy today! AvAilAble At: www.amazon.com, www.cdbaby.com, www.spotify.com Website: www.jazminghentmusic.com

NILS

• PLAY

(Baja/TSR Records)

From the artist who brought us the most played song on smooth jazz radio, “Pacific Coast Highway,” NILS is back with a brilliant new album, PLAY, featuring 12 tracks of stellar lead guitar, an added horn section and simply great compositions. A “Must-Have” CD for the smooth jazz enthusiast. AvAilAble At: www.nilsmusic.com/shop/cds/, iTunes, www.amazon.com Website: www.nilsmusic.com

JJ SANSAVERINO

• International Groove

(SMI Records NYC)

New York City guitarist JJ Sansaverino is an extraordinary performer who has a “take-no-prisoners” performance attitude. With the release of his third CD, International Groove, fans are in store for 10 unique and refreshing jams leading you on a worldly journey. His new single, “Footsteps,” with smooth melodies and exciting groove, gives your stride an extra bounce. See him at Spaghettini in Seal Beach, California, Jan. 12, 2019. AvAilAble At: www.jjsans.com, iTunes, www.amazon.com Website: www.jjsans.com

JAZZ IN PINK

• ”Back & Forth” (single)

(Philly The Kid)

The first single, “Back & Forth,” from Jazz in Pink’s highly anticipated upcoming CD, has been released. This all-female ensemble, featuring Gail Jhonson, Robin Bramlett, Tomoka, Dee Simone and D’Love, offers a smooth, funky and jazzy song that all music lovers will enjoy. AvAilAble At: iTunes, www.cdbaby.com, www.amazon.com Website: www.jazzinpink.com And, to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Jazz in Pink, the band is presenting “Women Making Music a Choice” on Oct. 20, at First Baptist Church of NoHo. This all-day event will feature panel discussions with industry insiders, workshops, vendors, food, raffle and fun “pink” stuff, followed by a concert featuring Jazz in Pink band members, including Karen Briggs and Mariea Antoinette.

For tickets, more information or to donate to this event, which is scheduled for Oct. 20, 9:30 a.m.-8 p.m., at First Baptist Church of NoHo, 11210 Otsego St., N. Hollywood, California, visit www.jazzinpink.com.

RAUL MIDÓN WITH

METROPOLE ORKEST IF YOU REALLY WANT

“Raul Midón lives in a world of sound — blind since birth, Midón’s interpretation of his surroundings is borderless. He sings with the passion of the best classic soul singers, and his instrumental chops stand alongside the most accomplished jazz musicians.”

– NPR

raulmidon.com

JONATHAN BUTLER

CLOSE TO YOU

Renowned guitarist/vocalist Jonathan Butler’s new release Close to You celebrates classics from the Burt Bacharach-Hal David songbook. Butler cut his musical teeth on Bacharach songs while growing up in Cape Town, and covered “Please Stay” for his first single in 1975. Now closing the circle, Close to You includes ten songs from the songwriting duo in addition to Butler’s self-penned ode to his hometown “Cape Town.”

jonathanbutler.com

BRIAN BROMBERG

THICKER THAN WATER

“Bromberg is among the proud few to have a solid foundation in traditional jazz yet enjoy success in smooth jazz.”

– Bass Player

“Always a chops-meister, Bromberg truly projects the sheer joy of music-making throughout.”

– All About Jazz

brianbromberg.net